$775 million available to local transit agencies
Ray LaHood announced Monday, April 3, 2010, the Obama administration is making $775 million available to local transit agencies to upgrade bus service.
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New propane paratransit vehicle showcased at APTA Conference
Roush Performance, with support from the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), today showcased a 15-passenger 2010 Ford E-350 propane-fueled van that cuts carbon and particulate emissions while delivering the horsepower, the torque, and the towing capacity of the gasoline E-350.
Navistar International resolves lawsuit against EPA
Navistar International Corporation yesterday reached an agreement with the Environmental Protection Agency.
Techno-travelers need their toys
The prevalence of portable electronics appears to change the dynamics of how Americans make travel choices. So says the latest study from the DePaul University Chaddick Institute for Metropolitan Development Chicago, IL. Chaddick Institute Director Joe Schwieterman says in this day and age easy access to digital technology is an absolute must for the future success of public transport.
Tribal Transit puts buses where they need to be
Available and accessible public transportation is integral to the quality of life in any community regardless of size and location.
Tourists leave home for where the buffalo roam
The effort the rangers make to round up more than 1,200 head of buffalo each fall for the annual branding, sorting and vaccinating of the herd enthrall visitors who visit Custer State Park. This one-of-a-kind Old West event drew more than 12,000 people last year to watch the buffalo rumble by from a designated safe viewing area.
Busworld Turkey exhibits significant growth and evolution
Busworld, the Belgian organizer of international bus and coach exhibitions, recently held its third edition of Busworld Turkey in Istanbul in conjunction with its local partners. A number of significant changes were evident this year.
The APTA International Roadeo drives home safety
The goal of the APTA International Roadeo is to provide the most equitable competition possible to showcase and encourage the highest degree of professionalism in bus operators and mechanics.
Village Vans leads and carries in tough times
Intercity Transit, a mid-size, community-minded agency operating in Olympia-Thurston County, WA, has created a bright spot for people in need during this bleak economy.